Cask Orkney 18 Year Old (A.D. Rattray) vs Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Cask Orkney 18 Year Old (A.D. Rattray)
A. D. Rattray
★ 3.67
£62
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£66
| Cask Orkney 18 Year Old (A.D. Rattray) | Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | A. D. Rattray | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 68.2% |
| Age | 18 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £62.44 | £65.84 |
| Rating | 3.67/5 | 5.00/5 |
Cask Orkney 18 Year Old (A.D. Rattray)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Cask Orkney 18 Year Old (A.D. Rattray)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Quick verdict
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.67).
Cask Orkney 18 Year Old (A.D. Rattray) is better value at £62 vs £66.
For beginners: Cask Orkney 18 Year Old (A.D. Rattray) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Cask Orkney 18 Year Old (A.D. Rattray)
Pros
- +More affordable (£62.44 vs £65.84)
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.7 vs 5.0)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£65.84 vs £62.44)
Who should buy Cask?
Cask Orkney 18 Year Old (A.D. Rattray) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Tobermory?
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Cask Orkney 18 Year Old (A.D. Rattray)
Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)